Anger Erupts in Iran Following Deadly Port Explosion
Following a massive explosion at Shahid Rajaei port, at least 40 are dead and over 1,000 injured, sparking public outrage and government scrutiny.
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The devastating explosion at Iran's Shahid Rajaei port has claimed at least 40 lives and injured over 1,000. Initially believed to be a chemical accident, it has sparked anger among Iranians, with concerns over potential negligence regarding hazardous materials linked to missile production. President Masoud Pezeshkian visited victims and announced an investigation, amidst ongoing national mourning. Authorities denied the involvement of foreign military materials, despite allegations of improper storage of chemicals used for missile propellant. The port, vital for Iran's economy, faces operational challenges, raising fears of food shortages as the fire still blazes.
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PBS NewsHour·24d· "…It’s unclear why Iran wouldn’t have moved the chemicals from the port, particularly after the Beirut port blast in 2020."
Al Jazeera·24d· "…Iranian state television also described the fire as being under control, saying emergency workers hoped that it would be fully extinguished later on Sunday."
The Guardian·25d· "…The death toll had risen to at least 28 and the numbers injured had risen to more than 1,000."
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